Who do you file a ucc 1?

A UCC-1 financing statement is typically filed by a secured party, such as a lender or creditor, to establish a security interest in the personal property of a debtor. This document is filed with the appropriate state office, usually the Secretary of State, where the debtor is located or where the collateral is situated. The filing serves to publicly record the secured party's interest and protect their rights in the event of the debtor's default.